When
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Where
Lakefront Trail (Course Map will be emailed), Chicago IL
Distances
5K · 10K · Half · 1 Mile
About this race
National Coffee Day: Run for Coffee CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Date: 2025-09-27
Location: Lakefront Trail, Chicago, IL
Course Map will be emailed.
For more information, visit Race Registration.
Overview
- Quick Sell-Out: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up.
- Group Size: This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
- All Welcome: All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
- Pure Run: There’s no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!
Timing
- Optional Timing: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online.
- No Timing Chips: This is a stress-free run to support you in achieving your goals!
What You Get (Swag Bag)
- Running T-Shirt: Shipped to the address you register with - US only
- Finisher's Gifts: Finisher's Towel or Giveaway, Finisher's Medal!
- Digital Training Pack: Included for participants.
- Online Results: Online Results &: Certificate of Completion.
Packet Pickup
- No Hassle: No hassle of picking up packets required!
- Swag Shipping: Swag shipped direct to your address.
- Race Bibs: Race bibs are provided on race day.
Swag Delivery
- Shirt Delivery: You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.
- Last Minute Registrations: Yes, we accept last minute registrations, but shirts may arrive after the run.
Wave Times
- Wave A: 7:30AM
- Wave B: 8:00AM
- Wave C: 8:30AM
- Late Runners: Can run upon arrival: coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave.
Virtual Run Option
- Support Tools: Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools.
- Flexible Timing: Can be done any time and place of your choosing.
- Submission: Submit your results to receive your medal!
Race Bundle
- Discount: Sign-up for more races and get a discount!
Sponsorships
- Become a Sponsor: If you're looking to become a sponsor, we’d love to showcase your business!
- More Info: Visit us at Event Sponsorships.
Join Our Volunteers
- Volunteer Opportunity: If you're interested in helping with community runs, join our team of volunteers!
- Volunteer Form: Fill out the form here.
Charity Initiatives
Find out more about our charity initiatives at www.thebestracesjourney.com and help us make a donation for every mile logged after the race!
Course map
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